President/CEO

Ryan grew up in northwestern Pennsylvania and attended Penn State University. He was studying Mechanical Engineering when God grabbed ahold of his life in a university library. Jesus gave Ryan a calling away from engineering and into pastoral ministry. Ryan finished his degree, but then went on to serve in collegiate ministry for 12 years. In 2016 he and his wife, Jana, were led to start Local Church in Marietta, OH. Local Church was the very first church plant that Pastor Gregg Parris (our founder and chairman of the board) sponsored. Today Local Church is thriving in a small town and has led countless people to Jesus. Ryan passed off the church to his successor so he could help other churches to get started across the nation.

Chairman of the Board

Gregg is the founder of the 99 Network. He pastored Union Chapel for 43 years and saw the church grow to thousands in attendance under his leadership. Gregg spent the last 10 years of his time at Union Chapel raising funds so that churches could be launched around the country. Today he enjoys his grandchildren and serves as the chairman of the board of directors.

Creative Director

Katelyn grew up as a church planter’s kid—never imagining she’d one day get to use her creative gifts to help other church planters build God’s Kingdom. God placed in her a passion for creativity and connection, which now fuels her work as the Creative Director for the 99 Network. She also partners with ministries and businesses across the country to help them communicate their mission with clarity and heart. Katelyn and her husband, Brandon, live in Pennsylvania with their two boys, Cooper and Parker.

Director of Spiritual Formation

Gary Kendall, married to Belinda for 44 years, leads a citywide ministry, Love KC, and works for Gloo as a Cities Lead. Gary and Belinda planted Indian Creek Community Church in Olathe, KS (Kansas City) and led the church to grow from 7 families to 2,500+ and a multi-site ministry. Gary co-founded CMA, The Church Multiplication Association with Robin Wood. Gary travels often with Gloo serving city networks and national partners.

Lead Intercessor

Claudine is the cofounder of Arm Your Soul and the published author of Deceived by Darkness. She serves our pastors by helping them to win the war in the spiritual realm. Her expertise is in teaching pastors to build prayer ministries, identifying the spiritual blockades that prevent them from moving forward, and praying through those blockades. Since 2010, I have been passionately teaching and counseling on spiritual warfare, helping others find strength and victory in their spiritual journeys. She is a devoted spouse of 7 years to Joe, and a proud stepparent to three amazing children. Her life’s mission is guided by faith, compassion, and a heartfelt desire to equip others to stand firm in their spiritual battles.

Network Magnifier

As a wife and mom of four, Joy Farley leads with both faith and purpose. She serves as a Network Magnifier with the 99 Network, drawing from 18 years as an entrepreneur, coach, speaker, and mentor. Her passion for evangelism, leadership development, and growth fuels her calling to equip and encourage pastors and leaders.

Executive Administrator

Dee transitioned into this role after serving for seven years on staff at Local Church as Kids Pastor and Church Administrator. Along with her recent job at Local Church, Dee brings over 14 years of experience as a preschool teacher and 8 years as an office administrator, not to mention a lifelong commitment to serving in the local church. She began working with children at 14 years old and has continued to pour into kids and families throughout her life. When Dee isn't working, you can find her spending time with her family.  She married her high school sweetheart, and together they have two daughters and six grandchildren.